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We’re looking for a new

We’re looking for a new

Quantitative Trader

Quantitative Trader

Quantitative Trader

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About the role.

About the role.

About the role.

Are you curious about what being the Quantitative Trader at RGG means? Delve into the details!

Overview:

In this role for our Dubai-based family office, you'll design and implement sophisticated algorithmic trading strategies, focusing on alternative data integration and sentiment analysis in commodities markets. You'll also have the opportunity to develop state-of-the-art investment strategies in a team led by a Chief Investment Officer with 25 years of hedge fund and investment banking experience, providing invaluable guidance and expertise.


Unmatched compensation: Max monthly salary of up to 60,000 AED + a discretionary bonus based on performance.


Responsibilities:


  1. Design and implement sophisticated algorithmic trading strategies in commodities markets (Frequency: Seconds to Days), focusing on alternative data integration and sentiment analysis.

  2. Build and optimize scalable trading systems with robust risk management protocols.

  3. Develop advanced signal processing for real-time market analysis and regime detection.

  4. Create robust backtesting frameworks that account for market impact and transaction costs.

  5. Implement real-time market data processing and analysis systems, ensuring optimal data flow and execution performance across our trading infrastructure.

  6. Design and implement systematic risk management protocols to maintain robust trading operations and portfolio stability.

  7. Monitor and optimize system performance, focusing on key metrics, including latency and strategy performance.

  8. Create comprehensive documentation for trading systems and strategies.


Required Skills (MUST HAVES):


  1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.

  2. Minimum 5 years of experience in algorithmic trading across liquid markets.

  3. Proven experience in Python/R and C#/Java.

  4. Proven experience with alternative data integration and sentiment-based trading strategies.

  5. Proven experience with algorithmic trading platforms/backtesting engines.

  6. Strong background in statistical analysis and time series modeling.

  7. Expertise in market microstructure and execution optimization.

  8. Strong risk management skills.

  9. Experience with version control systems (Git) and market data formats.

  10. Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.


Beneficial Skills (NICE TO HAVES):


  1. Experience with QuantConnect platform.

  2. Background in market making.

  3. Expertise in regime detection, including volatility modeling and cross-asset regime analysis.

  4. Previous experience working with AI-driven trading systems and developing innovative trading strategies.


Next Steps:


Click "Apply" to start your application today! We've optimized our recruitment process into 3 simple steps. We want to ensure that all applicants have a fair and equal chance, so we use our Phase 1 online assessment. This minimizes unconscious bias in our hiring process. Successful candidates will be invited to Phase 2 within one business day of the successful completion of Phase 1.



A hiring process that’s

fast, easy, and fair.

A hiring process that’s fast, easy, and fair.

A hiring process that’s fast, easy, and fair.

While many companies today won’t let you get your foot in the door

if your CV isn’t polished enough, we prefer to see what you can do first.


At RGG, we support equal opportunities

and an unbiased hiring process so that you:

1. Let your skills do the talking rather than have a job offer hinge entirely on interview performance.

2. Get a feel for the type of work you might be doing.

3. Enjoy a speedy turnaround from application to final offer (as few as 10 days!)

Application Timeline.

3-step process, as quick as 10 working days.

1

Online

assessment.

This skills-based test is sent as a link via email and takes about 45 minutes.


It’s the first step for every candidate and how we evaluate each applicant fairly and objectively regardless of experience or background. We share your results within 1 business day.

2

Real work

scenario.

Good news! If you move onto step 2, it means we’ve reviewed your test performance and experience and think you’d be a good fit. 


This is where we give you 3 days to tackle a short task in your own time. It’s an opportunity to calmly demonstrate what you can do without interview nerves and pressure.

3

Interview

stage.

If we see potential in the work you did in step 2, you’ll definitely move forward to the interview stage.


This is where we learn about your thought process, who you are as a professional, and you get to ask any questions.


Prepare to talk about the exercise you were sent and previous experience.


If we see potential in the work you did in step 2 you’ll definitely move forward to the interview stage. This is where we learn about your thought process, who you are as a professional, and you get to ask any questions.


Prepare to talk about the exercise you were set and previous experience.

If we see potential in the work you did in step 2 you’ll definitely move forward to the interview stage. This is where we learn about your thought process, who you are as a professional, and you get to ask any questions.


Prepare to talk about the exercise you were set and previous experience.

Get an offer!

We won’t leave you hanging.The entire process, from application to receiving your offer letter

(outlining compensation and benefits), takes as little as 10 days.

The entire process, from application to receiving your offer letter (outlining compensation and benefits), takes as little as 10 days.

The entire process, from application to receiving your offer letter (outlining compensation and benefits), takes as little as 10 days.

We look after our team.

We look after

our team.

We look after

our team.

We empower our employees to be challenged, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions.

Want to upskill? That sounds great—we’ll pay for a course that supports your career growth.


It’s just one of the many perks of working at RGG:

We empower our employees to be challenged, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. Want to upskill? That sounds great—we’ll pay for a course that supports your career growth.


It’s just one of the many perks

of working at Puffy:

We empower our employees to be challenged, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. Want to upskill? That sounds great—we’ll pay for a course that supports your career growth.


It’s just one of the many perks

of working at Puffy:

We empower our employees to be challenged, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. Want to upskill? That sounds great—we’ll pay for a course that supports your career growth.


It’s just one of the many perks of working at Puffy:

Continuous

learning.

Continuous

learning.

Continuous

learning.

10% monthly

bonus.

10% monthly

bonus.

10% monthly

bonus.

Premium

insurance.

Premium

insurance.

Premium

insurance.

Achievement

recognition.

Achievement

recognition.

Achievement

recognition.

Free snacks

and lunches.

Free snacks

and lunches.

Free snacks

and lunches.

Generous

annual leave.

Generous

annual leave.

Generous

annual leave.

AI tools and

tech stack.

AI tools and

tech stack.

AI tools and

tech stack.

18+

nationalities.

18+

nationalities.

18+

nationalities.

Social events

& activities.

Social events

& activities.

Social events

& activities.

Live and work in vibrant Dubai.

Live and work

in vibrant

Dubai.

Live and work

in vibrant

Dubai.

Our Dubai office is a diverse and vibrant workplace of over 70 employees from more than 18 different countries, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives…and these numbers continue to grow every year.

We recruit globally for our Dubai team, so anyone can take the first step towards an unforgettable experience living and working abroad, in a city ranked the cleanest and safest in the world 3 years in a row

Apply for any of our roles and enjoy:

No income tax - keep 100% of your earnings!

Year-round sunshine.

Unparalleled global travel connectivity.

A state-of-the-art office.

Excellent quality of life.

A thriving community of diverse cultures.

World-class infrastructure and public transport.

Pristine beaches and amenities.

Plus, a stress-free relocation package including

Plus a stress-free relocation

package including

Plus a stress-free relocation

package including

Your flight

to Dubai

Your flight to Dubai

Your flight to Dubai

Visa

sponsorship

Visa sponsorship

Visa sponsorship

Two-week

hotel stay

Two-week hotel stay

Two-week hotel stay

Full support

and guidance

Full support and guidance

Full support and guidance

A paid flight

home every year

A paid flight home every year

A paid flight home every year

Take the first

(quick) step.

Check any self-doubt at the door and start your application

with our 45-minute online skills test.

START SKILLS TEST

Take the first

(quick) step.

Check any self-doubt at the door and start your application

with our 45-minute online skills test.

START SKILLS TEST

Take the first

(quick) step.

Check any self-doubt at the door and start your application

with our 45-minute online skills test.

START SKILLS TEST

Questions?

We’ve got answers.

Can you tell me more about RGG’s benefits?

RGG knows that happy, healthy employees do good work. Here’s a list of full benefits in addition to the highlights mentioned above:

Learning and development support (we pay for courses you need to upskill).

Career progression opportunities -

you grow as we grow. 

Monthly 10% performance bonus.

Annual salary review every January.

Quarterly feedback.

Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Unbiased hiring and achievement

recognition.

State-of-the-art tech and tools.

Premium health insurance.

Team life insurance coverage.

Annual flight home.

Generous annual leave entitlement (annual, sick leave, parental, maternity, study leave), in addition to public holidays.

Free catered lunch for the

entire team on Friday.

Kitchen restocked daily with healthy

snacks, fresh fruits, and beverages.

Regular social activities and events.

Monthly RGG Leader awards to

recognize achievement.

Leaders’ Club membership opportunity

for all employees grants access to

premium, high-end hotels and wellness

clubs.

RGG product discount of up to 50%

for employees.

Why do I have to take an online test if I have the relevant skills and experience?

We want to give every candidate a fast, fair, and prep-free way to get their foot in the door. No worrying if you'll get a response or if your CV even reached the right person. Do well on the test and you'll move on to the next round, guaranteed.

Is there an expiry for the online test? When do you expect me to complete the online assessment?

The link for the online test only expires once we have filled the position, but if you’re super interested in the opportunity, we recommend you take it ASAP as our hiring process moves quickly.

Top tip: The email containing the link may go to your spam or junk folder - so do check there if you haven’t received it.

Does RGG offer flexible or remote working arrangements?

We’ve tried out different options, and the in-office setup is consistently the best fit for the collaborative nature of our work. That's why we've invested in building vibrant, airy offices with plenty of green spaces that allow us to move fast, bounce ideas around, and create those game-changing "aha!" moments. It doesn’t work for every organization, but it’s what works for us.

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